The National Health Commission held a press conference on August 6th to introduce the situation related to "seasonal solar terms and health" and answer media questions.
Gong Yanbing, director of Dongzhimen Hospital at Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, said at the meeting that as the beginning of autumn approaches, the morning and evening breeze may feel a bit cool, but the day is still very hot and humid. In addition to avoiding the invasion of cool breeze, it is also necessary to continue to prevent heatstroke and dampness. At this time, cold prevention should take into account both dampness and cold. It is recommended to drink Chenpi Ginger Tea. Chenpi has the effects of strengthening the spleen, dispelling dampness, and regulating qi, while ginger has the effects of relieving surface coldness, warming the stomach, stopping nausea, warming the lungs, and stopping cough.
Gong Yanbing introduced that after the beginning of autumn, there may be symptoms such as lung dryness, dry mouth, and dry throat. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that five colors are harmful to the five organs, and dryness can harm the lungs. When white enters the lungs, white foods such as lilies, pears, and Tremella fuciformis can be eaten, which have the effect of nourishing yin and moistening dryness.
In addition, Gong Yanbing stated that during the beginning of autumn, the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon advocates "lying down early and getting up early" in accordance with the time of day. In winter, the nights will be longer, advocating "lying down early and getting up late". We advocate going to bed early, which is also in line with the characteristic of autumn convergence. Waking up early is to prevent excessive convergence and help promote the development of yang energy.
